Contemporary Kitchen with Vinyl Flooring Ideas and Designs

Refurbishment of whole home to create a sociable, open plan kitchen dining room. Our bold clients love colour and pattern so that's what we gave them. The original layout and cabinets of the kitchen were retained but updated with new doors and frontages and the addition of a breakfast bar.

Квартира 85кв.м. ЖК Столичный

Ekaterina Efimova

Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, brown floors and black worktops.

Matt Graphite and Pale Grey Breakfasting Kitchen and Family Room

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

Part of a multi-room project consisting of: kitchen, utility, media furniture, entrance hall and master bedroom furniture, situated within a modern renovation of a traditional stone built lodge on the outskirts of county Durham. the clean lines of our contemporary linear range of furniture -finished in pale grey and anthracite, provide a minimalist feel while contrasting elements emulating reclaimed oak add a touch of warmth and a subtle nod to the property’s rural surroundings.

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Pierpaolo Iannone Architetto

Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, beige floors and grey worktops.

ЖК "Полис на Неве"

Avoid Bad Architecture

Small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, yellow splashback, vinyl flooring, no island, grey floors and white worktops.

bulthaup b3 Projekt Hoffnungsthal

bulthaup blaser & höfer

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Cologne with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass worktops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, multiple islands and grey floors.

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Liz Schneider Interiors

Medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Whole Home Renovation

MSH Signature Home Improvements

Whole-Home Renovation; modern contemporary style
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.

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Harper Floors

Dark kitchen cabinets offset by light golden brown floors makes a lasting impression in this kitchen. With a waterproof SPC core, these scratch resistant vinyl plank floors are the statement in this kitchen. Dahlia SPC Vinyl plank floors come with a pre-attached sound rated underlayment to minimize sound and optimize comfort.

Niagara Cresting

May Construction, Inc.

The contrast of white and blue throughout is immaculate, white Dal Tile Niagara, crests like a waterfall over the custom blue peninsula that is the ideal spot for pulling up a chair and chatting with the chef as food is being made, maybe even sampling a bit.

RESTYLING CUCINA

RADICI TANIA INTERIOR DESIGNER

Per il restyling di questa cucina ho pensato a di colori chiari per rinfrescare ed alleggerire la ormai vecchia situazione. Ho progettato una cucina elegante e raffinata in legno laccato bianco con l'inserimenti di elementi a contrasto in legno di olmo. Per il top e lo schienale ho utilizzato un marmo Calacatta sui toni caldi del beige e utilizzato un materiale a pavimento effetto resina in colore taupe chiaro abbinato al colore delle pareti e del soffitto. La cucina è progettata con un disegno a cornice con pensili alti e pensili bassi e due colonne laterali che regalano molto spazio contenitivo. Per la zona snack ho inserito sulla parete uno specchio che crea più profondità alla stanza e il piao è sostenuto da un elemento in vetro per dare maggiore leggerezza.

Luxury Vinyl

Abbey Carpet & Floor

Armstrong Alterna in Gallery Gray provides a clean foundation for this contemporary kitchen. These 12"x24" Luxury Vinyl Tiles feature a complimentary gray grout.

The Marri View

THE RURAL BUILDING COMPANY

Joel Barbitta
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Perth with an island, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and vinyl flooring.

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Insulators Home Exteriors, Inc.

Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, granite worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, vinyl flooring and grey floors.

Chigwell Painted Inset Handle Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

Our Chigwell Shaker kitchen with inset handles has an enormous amount of storage space. Because our client does not have a dining table in this space, we were able to have cabinetry on both sides of the island. The range cooker is opposite the sink. The cabinets around the TV are purely for storage and the worktop area is great for smaller appliances and decorative items. The cabinets are painted in Ho Ho Green by Little Greene and the worktops are SG Carrara quartz.

Chef's Kitchen

Function and Form Interiors

Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, multiple islands, grey floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Open Concept Kitchen Living Room in Strongsville, OH

HTZ Construction

We installed a structural beam so that we could remove walls and totally open up this space! We installed new cabinets, counters, backsplash, lighting, flooring and paint for a space that is perfect for entertaining! Decorating by Colleen Primm Design.

Contemporary Two Tone Kitchen

Julia Zettler Design

This contemporary kitchen features shaker natural maple cabinets and a charcoal gray large eat at island. Flanking the induction cooktop are maple cabinets with inset charcoal doors and seeded glass panels.

Wellington Parkway Renovation in Bethany Beach DE

Sea Light Design-Build

Kitchen Pantry with Sliding Glass Doors in Wellington Parkway, Bethany Beach DE
Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with glass-front cabinets, black cabinets and vinyl flooring.

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RADON photography / Norman Radon

(c) RADON photography / Norman Radon
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Munich with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Contemporary Kitchen with Vinyl Flooring Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful contemporary kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of contemporary kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of contemporary photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of contemporary kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own contemporary kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your contemporary kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small contemporary kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some contemporary kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What contemporary kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your contemporary kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small contemporary spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and contemporary kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and contemporary accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of contemporary kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your contemporary kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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